Trades & Labor Ohio (OH) Rank #38 of 50

Electrician Salary in Ohio

The median electrician salary in Ohio is $54,216 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $60,240.

Median Salary

$54,216

vs National

$-6,024

State Rank

#38 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Electrician Salary in Ohio by Experience

In Ohio, an entry-level electrician earns around $31,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $85,500 per year. The cost of living index in Ohio is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$31,500

$-3,500 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$55,800

$-6,200 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$85,500

$-9,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Ohio

Percentile	OH Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$33,660	$37,400	$-3,740
25th Percentile	$41,940	$46,600	$-4,660
Median (50th)	$54,216	$60,240	$-6,024
75th Percentile	$71,460	$79,400	$-7,940
90th Percentile	$90,180	$100,200	$-10,020

Electrician Salary by City in Ohio

The largest employment areas for electricians in Ohio include Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Toledo. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Columbus, OH

$57,228

Pop. 905,748 · COL 95%

Cleveland, OH

$51,806

Pop. 372,624 · COL 86%

Cincinnati, OH

$54,216

Pop. 309,317 · COL 90%

Toledo, OH

$49,397

Pop. 270,871 · COL 82%

Akron, OH

$50,602

Pop. 190,469 · COL 84%

How to Become a Electrician in Ohio

Education

Most electrician positions require a high school diploma + apprenticeship. Ohio has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Electrical SystemsBlueprint ReadingNEC CodeTroubleshootingSafety ProtocolsPower Tools

Job Outlook in Ohio

Nationally, electrician employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Ohio's demand may vary based on local industry trends.